Once you finish a latch hook, you probably want to display it! Whether it is on the wall, on the couch or in a frame- placing it somewhere in your space for everyone to see your work is important. Latch hooks are most of the time a lot of work so its necessary to show off what you have done.
Read MoreI do not embroider very much these days, though it is something that I enjoy a bit. I am not super proficient at it, so it makes it harder for me to fully dive into a project knowing that it is going to take me quite a bit of time to complete. That being said, I try to keep them pretty small and also try to use the french knot stitch to help me in the moment/ more mindful. I also like french knots because they add such amazing texture to the pieces make them POP from the hoop. I also like the repetition of the french knot, it allows for the process to be much more meditative
Read MoreWhen it comes to learning a new skill of any kind, I like to “Tim Gunn” the experience and Make It Work. Seriously, even if I am making a pizza or something and it isn’t working out, I tell myself to make it work, to make the best of it and figure it out. I feel that mindset often comes into my art work because there are of course messes that I constantly make. I really try not to let them upset me or let them discourage me from engaging in a process that could end up being super fun and awesome!
Read MoreWith this year being not much of a celebration of the fourth of July, with beaches being closed and fireworks being cancelled, it calls for a bit of a craft celebration! Last year I worked on fourth of July and I wanted to make the day more fun for my clients so I wrote up a pattern for an American Flag Pom Pom. They were such a hit and a cute little way to be festive, pass the time and engage in a perfect coping skill. The best of all the worlds!
Read MoreFinger knitting is a super fun and easy alternative to knitting which can be totally hard depending on your skill set. Finger knitting can also be taught to kiddos and there are a handful of projects that can be done. With everyone being home, we are cooing a lot more and we are in the need of having trivets and coasters because we do not want to ruin any furniture!
Read MoreThe most response that I have gotten about what DIYs people wanted for this time off was crocheting. Most people who know me, know that I am either constantly crocheting or constantly with a crochet hook. I taught myself to crochet when I was about 13. My mom was and still is an amazing crocheter and I always would watch her hands make these amazing and super large blankets for most of my life. I learned by watching my moms hands move through the process.
Read MoreI have totally fallen in love with punch needle and making these cute rug like structures. I feel that they are very simple, fun and move a bit quicker than embroidery, but still takes enough time to be mindful and engage in a project. I am not proficient by any means but I love anything with an immediate gratification experience! I am totally self taught here though thanks to a few amazing Instagram-ers and a lot of improvising. I hope that my free flowing and experience with punch needle will inspire you to try this DIY and make something fun and colorful!
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